Thursday, February 21, 2013

Shabby Chic Table Box

I have been inspired by so many boxes I see bloggers using on their dining room tables. I have been wanting to make one for awhile and finally I have made one that I just adore!

I have to say--I didn't make the actual box. I am lucky to have a husband that is always willing to make little projects like this for me. He made it out of some of our old fence boards--making it have that wonderful shabby appeal.

So it started out shabby and I had to add the chic.

I started by painting it the same color as the sunroom-- Harbor Lane (my soul paint from Ace Hardware :)) Then I used the vaseline method and sprayed white all over it. (I did a post about the vaseline method here )

The chippiness turned out just like I wanted it too. I think I will get better and better with practice with this method. There are some paint drips and things but this project I decided I wanted to embrace imperfection...which is often hard for me!

I got the appliques and milk glass knobs used for feet on Etsy--with part of my gift certificate from Janae. Thanks Janae!

I put appliques on both sides since the dining area is open to rooms on both sides.

I plan on putting pumpkins in it in fall...glittery pinecones during the holidays..blue Ball jars full of flowers in spring...and my lacey Ikea containers look just devine in it too! I will have a lot of fun decorating with this.

Oh look who is checking it out...

Our fairy Lula is making her transformation from Christmas to spring...

Lula will be doing her own post about Spring soon. :)

Gage and Wyatt have been home the last 2 days with a fever and sore throat.

Wish I had a hubby that could make wonderful pieces for me, he did a wonderful job! I'd say you have this technique down perfect...love the color and those sweet feet too! You can never go wrong putting gorgeous appliques on shabby pieces... GORGEOUS! Hugs,Pendra

Your box is beautiful Sandy. We are so lucky to have such sweet and handy hubbies. I love the idea of the knobs for feet, too cute. Hope your sweet boys feel better soon...Oh and Lula looks soooooo cute. She is all set for Spring. So glad you liked her dress.

I love the centerpiece -- and now you've got me combing my stash for something to use to create a similar look! I have a "guy" who lives across the street and makes crates for an antique store. I know he could make me one of these in about a minute. Thanks for the beautiful inspiration!

I love the bird candle holders on the table. They are adorable. If you have the time, could I get the name of the Etsy vendor where you found the applique and glass knobs. I love shopping on Etsy. Take care of your cold and your family. *Smiles*

Hope you two are feeling better.Lost going around kinda ugly out there.The box turned out great.Good eye! I so love the shabby look though I love all my French treasures I can't make the change.I keep some shabbyness in my bedrooms though.Have a great weekend~Kim

I am finding so much inspiration here tonight. I have a bit of split personality when it comes to decorating. 1/2 my house is shabby and the other 1/2 is red and retro! LOL! So, I just love, love, love this box, AND the skirt on the mantel. May I please copy your sweet ideas! Ohhhhhh. I'm off to talk to hubs about a box!

Hi lovely lady.You have a Beautiful Blog you did a lovely job putting this altogether. Thanks so much for your sweet comments on my new post for St. Patrick's Day. Hoping you and your family have a wonderful week.XXOO Diane

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I am a 50 year old married Mother of 4 children and many furry babies. I love to go in search for stuff I can turn into treasures. Decorating our home, gardening, scrapbooking--along with almost anything else creative is what I love to do to spend my time. I have a disabled son and so I have chosen to stay home to care for him and not work outside my home. I love blogging and making new friends through blogging. I appreciate all the kind comments.